Therapists for college students near New York, NY

I provide both English and Mandarin virtual psychotherapy to individuals and families. My approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS and MI, and I adapt the approach that resonates with my clients; my practice also focuses on our automatic thoughts, behaviors, and feelings, as well as exploring cultural identity, navigating cultural dilemmas, and releasing intergenerational tension. I have more than 7 years of experience helping individuals with mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, cultural identity issues, and generational conflict. I am also equipped with the knowledge to work with individuals with special needs, such as autism and developmental disabilities.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in collaboration, with the goal of supporting clients as they grow, explore, and integrate all aspects of their holistic selves in alignment with their personal values and goals. I recognize that life can bring periods of feeling stuck, disconnected, or caught in patterns of avoidance, anxiety, and discontentment. In response, I offer a trauma-informed, intermodal framework that incorporates creative and expressive arts therapies alongside evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), somatic techniques, neuroscience, and nutrition-based insights—tailored to each client’s unique needs and interests. Together, we work to build practical skills that foster intentional growth and healing from past experiences, empowering clients to move toward more fulfilling and connected lives.

Asking for help is an act of courage; it is one of the bravest things you can do. As an eclectic therapist, I primarily draw from psychodynamic, relational, cognitive behavioral, and humanistic theory to provide an inclusive, affirming, trauma-sensitive space for individuals to engage in healing and self-exploration. I have experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with adults battling challenges including PTSD/complex trauma, domestic/intimate partner violence, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, personality disorders, and perinatal mental health.

I’m a Columbia-trained psychiatrist providing thoughtful, personalized care for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I offer both psychotherapy and medication management, guided by each person’s goals and strengths. I completed my MD and PhD at UPenn and psychiatry residency at Columbia, where I research new treatments for depression. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and informed by the latest science—helping patients feel understood, supported, and empowered in their care. I currently have immediate appointment availability, please reach out to schedule.

Let’s face it, taking the steps towards bettering your life can be hard. But let’s also recognize that you just accomplished a hard thing by finding me here in the first place! As your therapist, I am committed to helping you navigate all of those challenges life throws your way by using an approach that is centered around your needs, in a place that makes you feel safe and heard. My work is done through a strength based, person focused lens as this journey in therapy is about YOU. I have experience supporting adolescents and adults struggling to work through an array of challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment and life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues. I want to be someone who not only listens to you and your needs, but also works with you to create the tools and skills that help you get through those “life is really hard” days.

I have always been passionate about the wellbeing of people’s lives and have a strong desire to make a positive impact. I help my clients to find healthy perceptions of themselves, their environment and approach professional, family and personal relationships through a positive lens. Embarking on a therapeutic journey can promote a plethora of emotions with the most common one being fear but, please rest assure I am here. Through my work experience I have acquired the skills necessary to provide comfortability, effective communication, cultural diversity and a path to understanding ones self. Finding peace is priceless. I have a variety of work experience, working with children, teens and adults who have faced a variety of challenges such as anxiety, depression, family issues, domestic violence, emotional issues and trauma. I specialize in an array of therapeutic approaches and employ the most appropriate technique that best suits a client’s individual need. Taking the first step to seek therapy is the hardest. I will support you on your therapeutic journey, I will actively listen and help you to navigate a healthy path to achieving your goals. I will provide a safe space, foster a positive environment and an avenue for change. I will encourage you to delve deeper to uncover and explore your best self.

I help clients navigate identity questions, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the emotional demands of high-stress environments. My therapeutic style is warm, welcoming, and deeply person-centered, ensuring that each individual feels seen, heard, and valued. In our work together, you can expect a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you feel understood and supported from the start. I use an eclectic, person-centered approach that integrates multiple therapeutic techniques to meet your unique needs. This includes specialized experience supporting adolescents, women, and individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. I also commonly work with healthcare providers managing burnout, compassion fatigue, and the pressures of caring for others. Therapy with me focuses on strengthening self-acceptance, building insight, and developing practical tools that support meaningful change. Clients often report feeling more grounded, clearer about who they are, and better able to navigate relationships, stressors, and major life decisions. My goal is to help you cultivate a sense of confidence, resilience, and alignment with the life you want to live.

Our behavioral health practice, located in New York, is dedicated to delivering quality and compassionate mental health services to clients of all ages. We provide teletherapy services to individuals who are struggling with an array of emotional and behavioral difficulties. Our clinical team consists of dedicated licensed psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors. They bring a wealth of clinical experiences and skills to their jobs. Their specialties include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and other treatment approaches. Our therapists are extensively trained in treating children, adolescents, and adults. They are equipped to work with a range of emotional or mental health problems.

The Gender & Sexuality Therapy Center (G&STC) is a psychotherapy group focusing on providing LGBTQ+, kink, and poly competent therapy. We offer therapy to individuals, couples, multi-partner relationships and families, and are an LGBTQ+ & alt sex affirming psychotherapy center grounded in body positivity, sex positivity and pleasure positivity. For anyone, beginning therapy can be filled with a range of feelings, from fear to excitement to uncertainty. As therapists, we hope to guide, support, empower and be with you during this process of growth, exploration, and self actualization. We want to work with you to realize a life you find fulfilling on your own terms. We believe that taking the first step and beginning therapy is nothing short of courageous, is self-caring, and deeply rewarding. All of you is welcome here. Our therapists have specialized training and expertise in working with: gender, sexuality, poly/non-monogamy, kink, BDSM, taboo and/or stigmatized forms of BDSM and role play, fetishes, sexual functioning, sexual anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviors, relationship conflict, infidelity, desire differences in relationships, pregnancy, birth and postpartum, familial conflict, asexuality, aromanticism, body dysmorphia (with regards to body size, gender identity, trauma, race-based beauty standards and more), parenting and blended families, parents with LGBTQ or questioning children, conflicts of faith and/or spirituality with gender and sexuality, depression, anxiety, chronic illness/pain, body image (employing a HAES perspective), addiction, and HIV/AIDS. Each individual therapist also has additional specialized training education and training - please see each individual therapist's page for more info! At G&STC, our rates range between $100-265 depending on the therapist, therapist experience and length of session.

I have over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, parents, families, and adults. I have worked in a wide range of therapeutic settings supporting clients in building coping strategies and managing anxiety and depression, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, and day-to-day challenges. I utilize evidence-based therapies and a variety of approaches to meet the needs of my clients. I strongly believe in developing a positive client-therapist relationship based on trust, reliability, and transparency. I combine my therapeutic expertise with a strength-based approach to provide a safe and comfortable environment. I am passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal difficulties. If you are considering therapy and want to learn more about my work, please reach out to me so we can schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation!

I work mainly with young adults (18-40) who may be dealing with mental health challenges that include ADHD, anxiety and depression. Most of my clients face a build-up of stress related to identity, relationships, school or career. I help clients build positive and healthy mental health practices into their lives. Please visit my profiles on Headway.

Kelly Solis is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. She has more than 10 years of experience working in the social service and behavioral health field. Throughout her career, Kelly has worked with various populations in a number of different settings. Currently, Kelly provides individual psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety and panic, grief, or stress. Many of Kelly's clients experience feelings of sadness and low mood, sleep difficulties, low energy, trouble with concentration; as well as, feelings of anxiousness and worry, difficulty relaxing, and feelings of restlessness. She also provides support to those experiencing difficulty coping with life transitions, loss, relationship issues/conflict, work stress, and trauma. Kelly’s approach to therapy is client centered and strengths based. Kelly helps clients identify how certain patterns of behavior or unresolved traumas can impact their functioning in the present. Using CBT concepts, she educates clients on how one's thoughts can influence their feelings and behaviors. For those experiencing stress, Kelly works with her client to identify what is contributing to their distress and explore ways to improve coping, so that those stressors become more manageable. Kelly takes pride in meeting clients where they are and fosters a space where clients feel heard, safe, and where judgement does not exist. During the intake, Kelly will utilize that visit to gather information to understand the client's history and set goals together. She may assign homework which can help clients become more insightful as they move through the therapeutic process. Clients often leave sessions feeling relieved, understood, and overtime notice a reduction in symptoms. Whether it's your first time pursuing therapy or you're familiar with the process, it's important to choose someone who is a good fit and that meets your needs. Everyone deserves to have a space where they can be their authentic selves, express their feelings, receive unbiased feedback, and where they feel supported. I understand personally how challenging it can be dealing with stress, depression, anxiety and other life issues, which helps me relate with clients on a deeper level. There's a life saying that I love which is "Grow through what you go through." If you are in need of support or looking to foster change and growth, please feel free to contact me for a free phone consultation.

Welcome to FRESH Psychotherapy! Our practice specialties include treatment of problems related to foster care, adoption, family and other interpersonal relationships, issues with attachment, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. Therapists on staff have extensive experience working with individuals and families experiencing issues related to acute and chronic life stressors.

Learning how to navigate life as a young adult is hard! You are trying to balance the demands of work or school, family, and friends, all while while figuring out who you are and who you want to be. As a driven and successful individual, you may put a lot of pressure on yourself and feel constrained by your own expectations. This can lead to constant self-doubt and feeling like you’re always reaching for an unattainable (or unrealistic) goal. You may be overextending yourself to others, and not focusing on yourself. Perhaps you have negative thought patterns or behaviors that are causing discomfort or you don’t always understand your reactions. Let’s work together to discover the barriers that are keeping you from finding balance in your life - taking care of yourself and setting boundaries is not selfish! I provide virtual therapy to clients located in New York, Florida, and internationally.

We are a group of therapists of color in New York, whose approach to therapy is rooted in anti-oppressive philosophy. We are committed to providing trauma-informed, strength-based and culturally affirming treatments that center and value the richness of our clients’ lives. Our goal is to build authentic connections that allow for healing, self-discovery and transformation.

My mission is to cultivate healthy, resilient, and connected athletes, coaches, and communities through trauma-informed, whole-person well-being. As a proud first-generation Korean-Filipina American, my journey as a former elite athlete and two decades as a psychotherapist shape how I approach personal growth and transformation. My approach integrates psychodynamic with trauma-informed, meditative, mindfulness, and mastery performance development for comprehensive healing and optimal performance. I’ve built my practice across New York City’s public, nonprofit, and private sectors, providing specialized training at institutions like NYU Medicine and Health and Hospitals while mentoring emerging practitioners from Columbia, NYU, and other leading programs. My experience as a first-gen Woman of Color, athlete, and parent enriches my therapeutic approach. Los Angeles born, New York City nested, I bring bi-coastal energy to my work, including co-hosting “Hahnacity”—a podcast focused on healing through storytelling—with Joy Hahn Silva Millora, former elite gymnast and now coach. Whether I’m cheering for the Lakers and Dodgers or connecting with “The Steam Room” community, I live the connection between athletic mindset and psychological well-being.​

Whether you’re navigating major life changes, struggling with anxiety, exploring your identity or simply looking for a space to better understand yourself, I'm here to help you build the skills, confidence and awareness needed to create meaningful change. I am here to give you an opportunity to find support on your journey of self-exploration. I work with my clients to feel comfortable and confident as they move through life outside of the therapy space. I empower my clients to help themselves, build resilience, and grow through life’s challenges. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I draw on my experience across diverse cultural communities and age groups, with a particular focus on first and second generation immigrants, teens and young adults and the LGBTQ+ population.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping you tackle your college daily life challenges and stress. I'm Puerto Rican and I'm fluent in Spanish and English. I offer person-centered and motivational therapy. All sessions are telehealth and video. My hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays 11am to 6pm.

Dr. Bates-Duford has engaged in extensive work and research on familial relationships, family trauma, and dysfunctions. She is known for her work with traumatic experience and symptom re-emergence. With nearly 20 years in the field of behavioral sciences, she has been instrumental in her work with stabilizing families, helping individuals and families navigate the challenges of mental illness, as well as victims of abuse/ trauma, reprocess the memory of the trauma in a manner that no longer paralyzes nor interferes with daily functioning. She is a college professor, an accomplished author of children’s books covering topics such as, conduct disorder, ADHD, parenting a child with special needs, and trauma. At FMCG we believe in the power of good mental health for both individuals & families. Our goal is to help individuals and families live a meaningful and purposeful life.

Life can feel overwhelming these days, and meaningful relationships, joys and values can be hard to sustain. The coping patterns we adopt often get in the way of feeling better, and connected with others. My practice fosters an empathetic environment where clients are at ease exploring emotions and concerns. Collaboratively, we address issues such as anxiety, depression and self-esteem struggles, and tackle problems such as relationship difficulties, life transitions, loss and school-related stressors. Jointly, we will define concrete goals, develop real-life coping skills and become more aware of underlying barriers to well-being. I am an LCSW (NYU) with a psychodynamic approach. I also draw on techniques from mindfulness-based therapies and trauma-informed methodologies. A former art history professor and undergraduate advisor (B.A. & M.A., Williams; Ph.D. U.Chicago), I understand the particular challenges college students face. Often, the hardest step about therapy is the decision to begin. I welcome the opportunity to meet you and explore how I can be helpful to you.